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yoga mat
A thin, non-slip mat used during yoga practice to provide cushioning for the body and grip for the hands and feet. Also widely used for general home stretching, pilates, and core exercises.
Widely sold in Japan at sports shops, 100-yen stores, and online retailers. Commonly used at home even by people who don't practice yoga formally.
Common collocations
- ヨガマットを敷く: to lay out a yoga mat
- ヨガマットを広げる: to spread out a yoga mat
- ヨガマットを丸める: to roll up a yoga mat
- 厚めのヨガマット: a thicker yoga mat
- 滑り止めのヨガマット: a non-slip yoga mat
Similar words
- マット: mat — the generic term; can refer to any kind of mat (doormat, bath mat, exercise mat)
- トレーニングマット: training mat — a broader term for exercise mats, often thicker than ヨガマット
- ピラティスマット: pilates mat — typically thicker than a yoga mat for spine support
Cultural note
ヨガ has become a mainstream fitness activity in Japan, with many studios and home-practice followers, so ヨガマット is a household item for a significant portion of the population.